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The Star
5 days ago
- The Star
MMEA seizes tanker carrying diesel illegally
SHAH ALAM: A vessel with seven Indonesian crew has been seized for possessing, storing and transporting over 60,000 litres of diesel without a special licence. Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Selangor director Maritime Kapt Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh said the vessel was detained on Thursday afternoon during a patrol under Ops Ehsan, Ops Murni and Ops Tiris 3.0, about one nautical mile west of Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang. He said the captain and six crew members held valid identification documents. 'A search found an estimated 62,000 litres of diesel on board. The captain failed to produce any documentation authorising possession of the controlled item. 'A detention order was issued for the vessel with the captain and second engineer taken to the marine police jetty in Pulau Indah,' he said yesterday, Bernama reported. The case is being probed under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 for failure to produce a valid permit from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry to possess and transport controlled goods.
The Sun
6 days ago
- The Sun
Selangor MMEA seizes tanker with 62,000 litres of illegal diesel
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has seized a tanker transporting 62,000 litres of diesel without a valid permit. The vessel was intercepted during a routine patrol near Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang. Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh, director of Selangor MMEA, confirmed the detention occurred around 1.30 pm yesterday. The tanker was manned by a 43-year-old captain and six Indonesian crew members, all holding valid identification. Inspections revealed the diesel was being transported without proper documentation. Authorities issued a detention order, and the captain and second engineer were taken to the Marine Police Jetty in Pulau Indah for further questioning. The case is being investigated under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 for unauthorised possession, storage, and transport of controlled goods. The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) oversees such violations.
The Star
6 days ago
- The Star
Selangor MMEA seizes tanker carrying 62,000 litres of diesel without permit
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has seized a tanker for possessing, storing and transporting over 60,000 litres of diesel without a valid permit or special licence in state waters. Its director Maritime Capt Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh said the vessel was detained at about 1.30pm on Thursday (July 3) during a routine patrol under Ops Ehsan, Ops Murni and Ops Tiris 3.0. The seizure was made approximately one nautical mile (1.85km) west of Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang. He said initial inspections found that the vessel was manned by a 43-year-old captain with six crew members aged between 21 and 51, all Indonesian nationals with valid identification documents. "A search of the vessel found an estimated 62,000 litres of diesel on board, and the captain failed to produce any documentation authorising possession of the controlled item. "A detention order was issued for the vessel. The captain and the second engineer were taken to the Marine Police Jetty in Pulau Indah for further investigation,' he said in a statement on Friday (July 4). The case is being investigated under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 for failure to produce valid authorisation or a permit to possess, store and transport controlled goods from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry. – Bernama
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- New Straits Times
Tanker carrying 62,000 litres of diesel detained off Port Klang
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has detained a tanker carrying 62,000 litres of diesel without valid documentation in the waters off Port Klang. Selangor MMEA director Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh said the vessel was intercepted about one nautical mile west of Tanjung Harapan at 1.30pm yesterday during a routine patrol under Op Ehsan, Op Murni, and Op Tiris 3.0. "Initial checks showed that the tanker was helmed by a 43-year-old Indonesian captain, accompanied by six crew members aged between 21 and 51, all of whom were also Indonesians. "Each crew member held valid identification documents. "However, the captain failed to produce documentation authorising the transport of the diesel, which is classified as a controlled item," he said in a statement. As a result, Muhaimin said a detention order was issued for the vessel. Both the captain and the vessel's second engineer were arrested and taken to the marine police jetty in Pulau Indah for further investigation. The case is being investigated under the Control of Supplies Act 1961 for failure to obtain valid permits or special licences from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry to possess, store, or transport controlled goods. Muhaimin added that the MMEA would continue to enhance monitoring and enforcement efforts in Malaysian waters, particularly off Selangor. The public is urged to report any suspicious activity or maritime emergencies by contacting the emergency line 999, the Selangor Maritime Operations Centre at 013-660 6652, or the MMEA Operations Centre at 03-8995 7820.
New Straits Times
28-06-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
80pct of sea deaths due to life jacket neglect
PORT KLANG: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) recorded that 80 per cent of sea-related fatalities last year were due to victims not wearing life jackets while engaged in maritime activities. MMEA Air Operations Division director Maritime First Admiral Mohd Tahir Khalid said there were 226 recorded maritime incidents in 2024 involving 1,348 victims. Of these, 1,259 were rescued, 64 died, and 25 remain missing. As of 31 May this year, 108 cases have already been reported, involving 251 victims, of which 203 of them were rescued, 36 died, and 12 are still missing. "Emergencies or accidents at sea usually happen when individuals are not wearing life jackets. "If they had been wearing one, they could at least have stayed afloat while awaiting rescue. "Most deaths or disappearances at sea, nearly 80 per cent, are due to the absence of personal safety equipment, specifically life jackets. "When a vessel capsizes or someone falls overboard, we often find the victims were not wearing any emergency gear at the time. "Many people say life jackets are uncomfortable, especially while engaging in sea-based activities. "But we consistently advise that they wear them," he said at a press conference after officiating the 2025 Maritime Safety Awareness Day (HKKM) celebration, themed Float to Live, held at Persiaran Kapal Bugis, Tanjung Harapan. He said there are now various types of compact and easy-to-wear personal safety equipment available. Also present was Selangor Maritime director, Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh. Mohd Tahir said the current figures were alarming and, if the trend continues, fatalities could potentially double by the end of the year, possibly reaching close to 100 deaths. "As such, there is an urgent need to enhance public awareness of maritime safety, not only among the maritime community but also the general public who may be at risk while at sea. "Through today's programme theme, the MMEA urges the public to reassess their level of preparedness and learn proper floating techniques. "This isn't just for fishermen or seafarers; it applies to anyone who might find themselves at sea, whether for work or recreation," he said. He said HKKM is not merely a commemorative event but a strategic initiative to cultivate understanding and awareness in the community about the importance of safety at sea, whether for livelihood or leisure. "Float to Live is a highly relevant theme, as floating is one of the most basic and vital survival skills in an emergency at sea. "Research shows that many victims of maritime incidents could have been saved if they had the basic knowledge and skills to survive while awaiting help. "I am confident that if these skills are widely practised by all segments of society, we can reduce the number of incidents and fatalities at sea," he said. On 7 June, police confirmed that six locals involved in a capsized boat incident about 0.3 nautical miles west of Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang, on the evening of 6 June, were not wearing life jackets. The deceased were identified as husband and wife Gan Hon Tat, 32, and Careen Man, 29; their three-year-old son Darren Gan; boat owner Cheu Son Hin, 50; and Fong Yong Sen, 29. Another victim, Chang Yan Qin Alvin, 17, survived.
